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Mr David Jones at Coventry Airport with his home-made aeroplane
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Mr David Jones at Coventry Airport with his home-made aeroplane
Mr David Jones at Coventry Airport with his home-made aeroplane. The plane took four years to build at a cost of £ 550 pounds. The plane, a single seat French designed Druine Turbulent, took its maiden flight from Covenry to Swansea and back. Mr Jones plans to take the aircraft to Ireland and France for holidays, reaching a top spedd of 90 m.p.h
18th June 1962
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Coventry
England
Media ID 21337144
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Aeroplane Home Made Pilot Plane
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This print captures Mr David Jones proudly posing with his remarkable home-made aeroplane at Coventry Airport. After four years of meticulous craftsmanship and a total cost of £550 pounds, Mr Jones successfully brought his aviation dreams to life. The plane itself is a single-seat French designed Druine Turbulent, showcasing the incredible skill and dedication required to construct such an aircraft. In June 1962, this magnificent creation embarked on its maiden flight from Coventry to Swansea and back, marking a momentous achievement for both Mr Jones and his homemade masterpiece. With aspirations beyond national borders, he plans to take his beloved aircraft on holidays to Ireland and France in the near future. With a top speed of 90 m. p. h. , this unique flying machine promises thrilling adventures for its pilot. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and passion for aviation during the vibrant era of the 1960s. The photograph itself exudes nostalgia as it transports us back in time, reminding us of an era when individuals like Mr David Jones dared to dream big and turned their visions into reality against all odds. This snapshot from Memory Lane Prints encapsulates not only the joy that comes with personal achievements but also celebrates the spirit of exploration that has driven humanity's fascination with flight throughout history.
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